Threading beads onto a string promotes hand-eye coordination, spatial awareness, fine motor control, accuracy, two handed coordination and manipulative strength.

Threading is an important part of child development. Rather than provide children with beads made from non sustainable materials, re-use what you already have.

Plastic bottle spouts make beautiful beads to thread. Use recycled string, plaited plastic bags, plastic strapping (the type that holds boxes together) or even colourful scarves (pictured). [Read more...]

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